Thornton has the skill. He scored like 23 his first game coming off the bench this season. Hell, he was scoring double digits every game he came off the bench I think, even 12 pts the last game he played. He can shoot when in rhythm, play passing lanes, is great in transition, etc. Jimmer just got the chance b/c he's a different type of player the Kings needed. Jimmer has the drive, energy, positivity, etc. This has nothing to do w/ Thornton's skill but his personality and attitude instead (which isn't toxic, it just doesn't fit Malone's style).

That being said, I say Kings just try to get a 2nd rnd pick for him. W/ the new rotation, the synergy and chemistry on the team is REAL nice. I'd say try to get a shot-blocker but N'Diaye looks to be able to fill that role w/ some more practice.

Btw, andremiller, didnt I say just wait for Prince Luc to get more PT?

If that happens great.
If not, then the Kings have to deal with reality.

I can't see them giving Deng that if they pulled a smaller offer from Iggy, Deng's body is going to breakdown anyway from all the mins, imo if they miss out on the SF's than they should try draft a starting PG(Smart/Exaum) (Thomas is elite back up), find someone serviceable at SF (something like Martel Webster) and wait to draft another SF, no point in giving massive money to a older player we need someone either in there prime or young who will grow with #M16, Cousins and Thomas.

Would like to see Deng traded for Thornton and fillers. Does Sacramento have any picks in next years draft? I'd take Thornton and a 1st rounder for Deng.

We owe a protected first to Cleveland after they raped us in the JJ Hickson deal and plus like I said before I don't think we can afford to trade away picks for player not young enough for our core group.

We owe a protected first to Cleveland after they raped us in the JJ Hickson deal and plus like I said before I don't think we can afford to trade away picks for player not young enough for our core group.

Fair enough.

I don't know what we are gonna do with Deng, IMO he needs to be moved. Get something back for him, before he walks.